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Dothan
Saturday, September 27th, 2025
Good morning, Dothan. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 27th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Dothan Police Department is inviting residents to join Coffee with a Cop as part of National Coffee with a Cop Day on Oct. 1, offering a chance for community dialogue. The event will be held from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. at Mural City Coffee Company — located at 192 S. Foster Street downtown. Wiregrass Daily News
- ➤ Hartford Retirement Village celebrated Ms. Doris’s 100th birthday on September 26th—marking her century milestone with a community gathering. WTVY
- ➤ The City of DOTHAN will open its second Outdoor Fitness Court at James Oates Park on Oct. 2 at 10:30 a.m. The free facility—featuring seven workout stations for ages 14 and up—will provide a new option for exercise in the community. Wiregrass Daily News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Alabama Peanut Producers Association announced that applications are open for its Peanut Leadership Academy—interested individuals are encouraged to apply promptly. WTVY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On September 26th, DCS announced plans to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month—a series of events highlighting Hispanic traditions—that will take place throughout the month with community programs scheduled into October. WTVY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kaitlyn Wiggins, a 1st-grade teacher at Abbeville Elementary School, was named September Teacher of the Month by News4 and All In Credit Union—she creates a bright classroom that brings smiles on pajama day and every day. WTVY
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Ed Cox and Forrest Ryals from Magnolia Wealth Management LLC discussed retirement planning strategies — offering advice to help residents prepare for their future. WTVY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dothan city officials removed school board member Aurie Jenkins from her coaching role in the Leisure Services youth soccer program due to unsportsmanlike behavior—she has retained legal counsel and may pursue legal action. WTVY
- ➤ Governor Kay Ivey said she will not call a special session to change Alabama's 2021 State Senate map due to legal uncertainties after a federal court ruling. She said she might reverse her decision if a fair map is found and asked the U.S. Supreme Court to clarify the law in the upcoming case—Louisiana v. Callais. Wiregrass Daily News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ On Friday night, Ashford’s concession stand was packed and sold out of its famous chili cheese fries—its top item as hungry fans quickly bought them. WTVY
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Hairball Concert
7:30-11 p.m. — Dothan Civic Center Arena — Tickets required — Experience an unforgettable night of rock music with Hairball.
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